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  • Avoid opening unexpected and unfamiliar emails and attachments—they may contain viruses.
  • Don’t reply to a spam message. You will only get more spam.
  • If you receive spam, and you are certain it originated from a Qwest.net customer, please send the entire message with full Internet headers to abuse@qwest.net or check out Qwest.net Technical Support for more info.
  • Be cautious when installing free software on your desktop. Sometimes, free software has useful features; however some software exposes your e-mail address to others and places unwanted spyware on your computer.
  • Provide personal information on the Internet only if you are confident that the organization you are dealing with is credible and the Web site is safe and encrypted.
  • Check with the organization’s customer service group before you provide your personal information.
  • Use anti-virus software and keep your computer updated from the latest viruses on the Internet.
  • Use a firewall on your computer to prevent unwanted Internet traffic from your entering your computer.
  • Scan all attachments with updated anti-virus software before you open it - even if it is sent from someone you know.
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NOTE: Qwest is providing the above information as a customer service for educational purposes only. Qwest assumes no liability for the use of this information and does not guarantee that following the recommendations provided will prevent fraud.

 

 

Fast Fact: $200 Million - That's the amount of internet-related reported fraud losses in 2003.

 

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